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Peppermint was discovered in the modern era, in about 1700 when the English biologist, John Ray, discovered the herb in an English garden. This new creation was the product of Water Mint (Menthae aquatica) and Spearmint (Menthae spicata).
In comparison to other mint varieties, Peppermint has special medicinal powers. In particular, it has a cooling or anti-inflammatory effect and stimulates the circulation. It is an effective treatment against bacterial infectious agents due to its rapid cleansing action. The tannins in Peppermint repair torn mucous membranes, while the bitters boost resilience and the flavanoids keep the arteries stable and flexible. Its cooling action is effective for hot heads and helps heartburn, as well as alleviating inflammation of the digestive tract. Other common names for Peppermint are Balm Mint, Brandy Mint or Green Mint and Mentha Piperita.

In brief

Plant name:

Mentha x piperita – ‘x’ denotes the hybrid variety

Plant family:

Labiate (Lamiaceae)

Flowering season:

July to September

Harvest:

For the leaves: June to July; for the herb: collect as a bundle to hang up to dry before the flowers form